Talent Acquisition Partner - Business & University Programs (Contract)

Responsibilities

• We are seeking a highly motivated and execution-oriented Talent Acquisition Partner (Contract) to drive our business growth and talent pipeline. In this dynamic role, you will partner with our Principal G&A Talent Acquisition Partner to source top-tier talent for corporate functions. You will also build and own our university relations program from the ground up—managing everything from hiring intern cohorts to scaling our teams
• Partner with recruiters and business leaders to deeply understand hiring requirements across diverse G&A and corporate domains (including Product, Finance, HR, Legal, Operations, marketing, etc)
• Source qualified passive candidates for corporate roles using various channels, including LinkedIn Recruiter, advanced boolean networks, and professional communities
• Screen resumes and conduct initial vetting calls, accurately assess corporate candidates for capability, alignment with role scope, and cultural fit
• Architect, design, and execute a comprehensive university relations and internship program strategy
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for interns, including creating and posting university-targeted positions, driving campus outreach, and managing application flows
• Coordinate, host, and facilitate interview loops, evaluation syncs, and final selection decisions for intern cohorts
• Manage candidate pipelines and applicant tracking system (Greenhouse) data entry with a high degree of accuracy and compliance
• Provide regular, data-driven pipeline updates to hiring managers and the broader People team regarding corporate talent market conditions and university program milestones

Qualifications

• Proven ability to quickly grasp corporate business needs and fluently pivot between sourcing for diverse G&A and corporate domains
• High proficiency with modern applicant tracking systems (e.g., Greenhouse, Lever, Ashby) and sourcing discovery tools
• Strong interest and hands-on capability in unearthing niche talent using creative sourcing techniques beyond standard job postings
• Embodies the company values of Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, and Creativity (CHIPC)
• Demonstrated experience designing, launching, or scaling university recruiting initiatives and intern programs
• Outstanding organizational and project management skills with a proven ability to manage programmatic timelines, university event logistics, and candidate cohorts independently
• Prior experience collaborating with stakeholders and running end-to-end talent acquisition processes
• Demonstrated track record of successfully building university programs, managing intern hiring cycles, and partnering with higher education institutions
• 5+ years of sourcing or full-cycle recruiting experience in a fast-paced startup or high-growth environment, with a dedicated focus on G&A/corporate roles and/or university recruiting

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Hearing and speech to communicate clearly with candidates and internal teams
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer